Above & Beyond Tour
- 29th Jun - 31st Aug 2026
- Every day
- 12.30 Walking Tour with The Lost Close | 13.40 Standard Tour at The Real Mary King's Close
- £40 per person. Advance booking essential.
- 1-hour walking tour with The Lost Close | 1-hour underground tour at The Real Mary King's Close
From the hidden closes below to the stories above ground
Two perspectives. Two expert teams. One unforgettable journey through Edinburgh's history.
Discover Edinburgh from two unique perspectives with Above & Beyond Edinburgh, an exclusive experience created in partnership between The Lost Close and The Real Mary King's Close. Begin above ground with a guided walk through the historic streets of Edinburgh's Old Town before descending beneath the Royal Mile to explore one of the city's best-preserved hidden streets.
About the Tour
Your experience begins with The Lost Close at 12.30. Led by one of their expert guides, you'll spend an hour exploring Edinburgh's Old Town, uncovering the stories, characters and landmarks that shaped Scotland's historic capital. Along the way, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the city's layered past before arriving at The Real Mary King's Close.
At 13.40, your journey continues underground. Descend into the preserved 17th-century streets beneath the Royal Mile, where one of our costumed storyteller guides will bring the lives of Edinburgh's former residents vividly to life. Walk through authentic homes and closes, hear the real stories of those who lived and worked here, and discover why The Real Mary King's Close is one of Scotland's most celebrated visitor attractions.
Together, these two experiences offer a richer understanding of Edinburgh, connecting the bustling streets above with the hidden world that still survives beneath them.
What to Expect
- A 1-hour guided walking tour of Edinburgh's Old Town with The Lost Close.
- A 1-hour guided underground tour at The Real Mary King's Close.
- Two expert guiding teams sharing different perspectives on Edinburgh's history.
- Discover hidden closes, historic streets and authentic underground spaces.
- An immersive experience combining above and below ground storytelling.
Plan Your Visit
Daily departures this summer
12.30
Walking Tour with The Lost Close
13.40
Standard Guided Tour at The Real Mary King's Close
- Tours conducted in English
- Meeting point: James Braidwood Statue, behind the Mercat Cross
- Advance booking is essential
- Involves walking stairs and uneven surfaces
- Not suitable for children under 5.
- Audio guides are not available for The Lost Close Waliking Tour
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